Easy Selection in File Explorer
What
Instructions to activate a checkbox in File Explorer for each folder and file for easier selection of that folder or file.
Why
Selection of a folder or file in File Explorer without opening that folder or file can be difficult for some users. This difficulty increases when selecting multiple folders or files scattered on the File explorer page. Using the checkboxes allow easy selection of individual folders or files or a checkbox to select all folders and files on that page. This is especially useful with a large number of files in a folder where you want to selectively delete, move , or copy select files such as a download of photos from a camera/phone.
How
- Open File Explorer.
- Press and release the following keys in this order: Alt, V, H, T. This key combination will toggle the items check boxes setting to on.
- A check box will appear to the left or top of a listed folder or file when the pointer is held over that folder or file. The check box will be visible only when checked or the mouse pointer held over the folder/file on systems with a mouse, but the check box displays all the time when a touch pad is used.
- Place the mouse pointer over the check box and left click to select the folder or file. You can randomly select and click to unselect folders or files. No need to hold down any keyboard keys in making your selection. For folders and files in the List or Details view there is a check box above the folders/files listed which if checked will select all folders/Files in that list.
- After selection you can perform any function you normally would do.
- If you decide you no longer want the check boxes, press Alt, V, H, T to toggle the check boxes off.
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